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We're one of the UK's leading wood veneer suppliers. We offer raw flitch veneers, veneer layons, veneer management programmes, CPDs, and much more.
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Who We Are
Established in 1972, DF Richards Veneers stands as one of the UK's leading suppliers of high-quality raw flitch veneers and premium wood veneer layons. With decades of expertise, we are the trusted choice for architects, designers, and craftsmen seeking sustainable and superior veneer solutions.
Our Location
Our 16,000 sq. ft. factory is conveniently located just off the A127 in Basildon, Essex. We are open Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. If you plan to visit, we recommend booking an appointment in advance, as we often host veneer inspections and Veneer CPD sessions in our dedicated classrooms.
For those traveling by train, we are just a 5-minute taxi ride from Basildon Train Station (C2C line) or a 12-minute journey from Billericay Station (Greater Anglia line).
Popular Veneers
Below are our most popular wood veneers, to see the full range please click "View all" or click on "Find a Veneer" in the navigation.
The team at DF Richards have been fantastic — knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely helpful. Being able to visit their factory for veneer inspections and see the process first-hand was invaluable. Their experience really shows, and the free samples and brochures made client approvals much easier.
Brilliant service from start to finish. The veneer quality is excellent, and their ability to manufacture matched layons in-house saved us a lot of time. The factory tour was a real eye-opener and gave us confidence in the craftsmanship behind the product
Great range of veneers and excellent service throughout. Their team helped with species selection and matching, and the AI tools they use were genuinely useful. Free samples and quick turnaround made the whole process simple.
We’ve worked with DF Richards on multiple projects. Their technical knowledge and support are second to none.